Irish League Football

Shay McCartan at a stretch to head home off James Singleton's knockdown in the 4-0 victory for Glentoran against Carrick Rangers across the Co Antrim Shield semi-final. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Glentoran, Portadown and Glenavon enjoy knockout progress

Glentoran manager Warren Feeney. (Photo by Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press)

Glentoran's Warren Feeney ready for 'massive game' in Co Antrim Shield

Loughgall have enjoyed a solid start to life back in the Premiership and take on Portadown in a Mid-Ulster Cup semi-final this evening. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

Dean Smith: Qualities that helped Loughgall achieve success are still there

Former England, Barcelona and Tottenham manager Terry Venables has been remembered after taking his Spurs side to Glenavon for a pre-season friendly in 1992

Glenavon recalls Terry Venables' visit to Mourneview Park in 1992

Linfield manager David Healy. PIC: INPHO/Phil Magowan

David Healy provides injury updates on several Linfield key players

Kyle McClean was on the scoresheet for Linfield as the Blues defeated Ballymena United 4-0 at Windsor Park. PIC: INPHO Brian Little

David Healy delighted as Linfield return to the Premiership summit

Coleraine striker Davy McDaid wheels away in celebration after netting in the 1-1 draw against Carrick Rangers

Davy McDaid continues to show predatory instincts: Kearney

Newry City's John McGovern was joined on the pitch by younger brother Paul during their defeat to Glenavon. PIC: INPHO Brian Little

'Proud day' for Irish League brothers as they share Premiership pitch together

Cliftonville celebrate after Joe Gormley opened the scoring in their 3-0 Premiership win against Crusaders at Solitude, Belfast. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

Jim Magilton full of praise for impact of Cliftonville's attacking quartet

Dungannon Swifts manager Rodney McAree. PIC: INPHO/Declan Roughan

Rodney McAree praises 'exceptional' star after setting up Premiership victory

Carrick Rangers defender Reece Glendinning celebrates his goal during the 1-1 draw against Coleraine at The Showgrounds

Carrick Rangers delighted to make a point in Coleraine draw: King

Loughgall manager Dean Smith. PIC: David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press

Dean Smith: Irish League is a great product but officials have to improve

Dungannon Swifts manager Rodney McAree. PIC: David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press

FULL POST-MATCH REACTION: The view of Dungannon Swifts manager Rodney McAree

Dungannon Swifts defeated Loughgall at Lakeview Park on Saturday: PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

STORY OF THE MATCH: Loughgall 1 Dungannon Swifts 2

Coleraine boss Oran Kearney

FULL POST-MATCH REACTION: Every word from Coleraine's press conference

Carrick Rangers manager Stuart King was thrilled to pick up their first point at the Coleraine Showgrounds in 15 years

FULL POST-MATCH REACTION: Every word from Carrick Rangers' press conference
Carrick Rangers manager Stuart King was proud as punch as his side picked up their point at the Coleraine Showgrounds in 15 years after a 1-1 draw.

Dean Jarvis competes for an aerial challenge with Carrick Rangers striker Danny Purkis

STORY OF THE MATCH: Coleraine 1 Carrick Rangers 1

Glentoran manager Warren Feeney. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

Injury issues continue to pile up for Glentoran manager Warren Feeney

Rangers' Ross McCausland on his senior international debut for Northern Ireland against Finland during the Euro 2024 qualifying clash at the Olympic Stadium in Helsinki. (Photo by William Cherry/Presseye)

Northern Ireland international on verge of signing new Rangers contract

Glenavon manager Stephen McDonnell has guided the Lurgan Blues to five successive wins in the Sports Direct Premiership

Glenavon want to build on winning formula after victory at Newry City: McDonnell

Ballymena United ace Alexander Gawne (right) is expecting a reaction from Linfield after their previous home defeat to Larne

Ballymena United ace Alexander Gawne relishing trip to wounded Linfield

Ethan Devine celebrates with Leo Alves after netting for Dungannon Swifts in last weekend's win against Newry City

Loughgall's energy is frightening, says Dungannon Swifts chief Rodney McAree

Coleraine manager Oran Kearney believes Matthew Shevlin could be sidelined for 'a month or two' after sustaining injury in Larne clash. PIC: Colm Lenaghan/Pacemaker

Oran Kearney expecting Matthew Shevlin to be sidelined for 'a month or two'

Chris Gallagher opened the scoring for Cliftonville in their 3-0 win against Crusaders at Seaview in September. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

Jim Magilton looking to replicate performance levels of previous Crusaders test

Larne's Andy Ryan celebrates his goal in tonight's game against Glentoran. PIC: Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press

Larne move top of Premiership table with victory over Glentoran

Jack Malone opened the scoring for Glenavon. PIC: Alan Weir/Pacemaker Press

Glenavon go seventh with fifth consecutive league win against Newry City

Callum Dougan after signing for Ards this summer. PIC: Ards FC

Amateur League success helped instil belief in new Championship ace
Callum Dougan credits Amateur League success for helping give him the confidence to make the step up to Championship level, where he’s currently thriving with Ards.

Glenavon manager Stephen McDonnell takes his side to Newry City this evening. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

Stephen McDonnell wants to maximise Glenavon potential before looking to market

Glentoran captain James Singleton celebrates during the weekend win over Ballymena United, with Larne the next Sports Direct Premiership challenge. (Photo by Colm Lenaghan/Pacemaker)

Glentoran 'back in the mix' goal for James Singleton before Larne trip

Newry City manager Gary Boyle hopes a vocal home support can help his squad for tonight's visit of Glenavon

Newry aiming to 'move forward' after falling to the foot of the table: Boyle

Dylan Russell (far right) with (from left to right) Jamie Finlay, James Harpur, Brian Quinn, Jake Leitch and Adam Clarke after starting Castlederg United in 2021

Meet the 23-year-old that started a club with five friends now in Division One

Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Chris Heaton-Harris (centre) during his April visit to Coleraine Football Club. (Photo by Coleraine FC)

Irish League stadium funding in House of Commons discussion

Annagh United's BMG Arena was seriously impacted by recent flooding, but they've been able to find a temporary solution to return. PIC: Annagh United

Dean Smith delighted to see Annagh United return home after severe flooding

Glenavon's Isaac Baird celebrates his goal during Saturday's game against Loughgall at Mourneview Park, Lurgan. PIC: David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press

Stephen McDonnell predicts 'big future' for Glenavon's teenage star

Dungannon Swifts ace Ethan McGee is a wanted man on both sides of the border, confirms boss Rodney McAree

Rodney McAree confirms cross-border interest in star man Ethan McGee

Cliftonville's three goal scorers - Rory Hale, Ronan Hale and Stephen Mallon - celebrate during Sunday's victory over Carrick Rangers. PIC: Andrew McCarroll/ Pacemaker Press

Carrick Rangers boss Stuart King left frustrated with decisions during defeat

Aidan Wilson climbs highest to score the first of Glentoran's five goals against Ballymena United. PIC: Colm Lenaghan/Pacemaker

Jay Donnelly injury takes gloss off Glentoran victory for Warren Feeney

Dougie Wilson with Niall Currie after joining Portadown from Ballymena United this summer. PIC: Portadown FC

Dougie Wilson marks Portadown debut with crucial goal

Glenavon's Robert Garrett battles with Loughgall's Tiernan Kelly. Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press

Stephen McDonnell hails 'fabulous footballer' after role in Glenavon victory

Andrew Hoey played his 200th game for Loughgall on Saturday. PIC: Pacemaker

Dean Smith praises Loughgall's longest-serving player after milestone moment

Newry City's Georgie Poynton pays close attention to Dungannon Swifts forward Matthew Lusty at Stangmore Park

Newry City can only look up after moving to the basement of the table: Boyle

Matthew Lusty celebrates opening the scoring for Dungannon Swifts against Newry City at Stangmore Park

Dungannon have a psychological boost by climbing out of relegation zone: McAree

Dungannon Swifts manager Rodney McAree

FULL POST-MATCH REACTION: Every word from Dungannon Swifts' press conference

Glenavon's Jack Malone celebrates with his team-mates after his goal during this afternoon's game at Mourneview Park in Lurgan. PIC: Alan Weir/Pacemaker Press

FULL POST-MATCH REACTION: Stephen McDonnell on Glenavon's win against Loughgall

Loughgall players dejected after they fell to a 2-0 Premiership defeat against Glenavon at Mourneview Park, Lurgan. Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press

FULL POST-MATCH REACTION: Dean Smith on Loughgall's loss to Glenavon

Newry City manager Gary Boyle

FULL POST-MATCH REACTION: Every word from Newry City's press conference

Glenavon's Jack Malone celebrates his goal during this afternoon's game at Mourneview Park in Lurgan. PIC: Alan Weir/Pacemaker Press

STORY OF THE MATCH: Glenavon 2 Loughgall 0

Thomas Galvin celebrates his goal for Dungannon Swifts against Newry City at Stangmore Park

STORY OF THE MATCH: Dungannon Swifts 4 Newry City 1

Larne manager Tiernan Lynch pictured during last night's win against Coleraine

My players were 'brilliant' in Coleraine success, says Larne boss Tiernan Lynch

Coleraine manager Oran Kearney fears he has lost the services of Andy Scott and Matthew Shevlin for the weeks ahead

Cian Bolger should have been sent-off for Matthew Shevlin tackle: Kearney

Nedas Maciulaitis scored twice for Carrick Rangers in their 3-2 victory over Dungannon Swifts last weekend. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

Nedas Maciulaitis: There's more pressure this season - but that's not bad

Glentoran manager Warren Feeney wants his side to be more ruthless in front of goal

Glentoran can ill-afford any more slip-ups against bottom six teams: Feeney

Joe McNeill in action for Coleraine against Linfield's Ivan Sproule in August 2014. PIC: William Cherry / Presseye

Former Irish League midfielder looking to help boyhood club achieve more success

Loughgall manager Dean Smith takes his side to Glenavon this afternoon. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

Dean Smith praises positivity of Loughgall striker who is a 'super person'

Cliftonville’s Ronan Hale celebrates after scoring what proved to be the winning goal against Newry City last weekend. PIC: INPHO/Jonathan Porter

Ronan Hale looking to make up for lost time after returning from injury